Gala from Berlin 2008
We are proud to present Gala from Berlin 2008, featuring the outstanding Berlin Philharmonics, Sir Simon Rattle, and world-class singers Thomas Quasthoff and Pauline Malefane with an all-American programme. Gershwin’s "Cuban Overture" is the perfect opener for this journey through all-time favourites, from Gershwin’s “Porgy and Bess” and "An American in Paris" to Copland’s "Old American Songs", accentuated by contrasting pieces such as John Adam’s joyfully exuberant "Short Ride in a Fast Machine" and Samuel Barber’s almost romantic, warm "Adagio for Strings op. 11".
Gershwin: Cuban Overture; "Summertime from "Porgy and Bess“; "Bess, you is my woman now"; An American in Paris; Weill: " Lost in the Stars", Barber: Adagio for Strings Op. 11; Copland: Old American Songs; Adams: Short Ride in a Fast Machine